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WELCOMING REFUGEES: A parish conversation continues as to the feasibility of co-sponsoring a refugee family. If you’re interested in being part of that discussion and discernment, join the group at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, in the Gathering Space. You can learn more about what's happening in Wausau regarding refugee resettlement at the parish web site.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES of the Diocese of La Crosse, as mentioned in this week's QT conversation, is playing a significant role in assisting Afghan refugees at Fort McCoy. If you might be interested in volunteering or want to learn more, go to their web site.
AFGHANS AT FORT MCCOY: Here's a link to a recent news story about refugees at Fort McCoy near Sparta awaiting resettlement.
A REFUGEE SUCCESS STORY: Here's a link to a TV news report about an Afghan refugee who has settled in the Green Bay area.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS WE ARE DONE COLLECTING! THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT OF THIS IMPORTANT ST. ANNE TRADITION!
The Catholic funeral rites and the importance of celebrating these rites will be reviewed by Fr. Tom in presentations after the 4, 8:30 and 10:30 Masses this weekend. Who benefits from such observance, what is “allowed” and what isn’t, what to consider in preparing a funeral & more — all in under 10 minutes.
The parish's 2021 Connect-Grow-Serve process is under way. Please review the packet received at Mass or in the mail. Please give prayerful consideration to your response as to how you might Connect, Grow & Serve. Please return your pledge forms of Time, Talent & Treasure by Thanksgiving. If you weren't at Mass when we initiated Connect-Grow-Serve, please take a few minutes to watch a fellow parishioner's reflection and encouragement.
SHARING WITH THE PARISH
Parish worship and ministries depend upon the generosity of ALL parishioners. And, it couldn't be easier to make a contribution. Scheduling an ongoing contribution or making a one-time donation - is just a click away. Thanks to all who share generously with the parish.
YOUTH DEADLINE NOV. 17!
The registration deadline for the National Catholic Youth Conference-Central Wisconsin event is Wednesday, Nov. 17. On Saturady, Nov. 20, St. Anne high school students are invited to participate in a live, local event at Pacelli Catholic High School in Stevens Point. Live music and presenters will complement a livestream of the national gathering in Indianapolis. Again, registration closes Nov. 17!
YOUR LINK FOR MASS
Save this email and the link at left to connect with this week's livestream of Mass. > MASS IN PERSON is at 4 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday. > MASS ONLINE: The 4 p.m. Mass is offered online and can be watched live or anytime after that. The link at left will go live at 4 p.m. Saturday; you can also find a link can be found later at the parish web site. Here are links to this week's worship aid and the readings we'll hear at Mass.
Click on the image to learn more about the 2021-22 Diocesan Annual Appeal and to make your contribution.
In this recent Quick Things Conversation, Bob Buckley of the local St. Vincent de Paul Society describes the organizations significant ministry to those most in need, as well as how others are needed to join that ministry. You can send Bob an email to get more information.
Teens, adults and young people in grades 4 and older are needed to assist with some basic tasks as we celebrate Mass: light the candles, carrying the cross in beginning and concluding Mass, extinguishing the candles and taking the chalice and plates to the sacristy after Mass. To learn more and to volunteer, send an email to Fr. Tom.
Of course we also continue to seek readers, welcome ministers, cantors, and livestream ministers.
Previous reports and updates regarding the process and plan for Re-Imagining Our Church, as well as Built of Living Stones, the guidebook for U.S. Catholic churches, can be found at stanneswausau.org/re-imagining.
Here is a link to the column Fr. Tom mentions in the Quick Things regarding the connection of the baptismal font with the altar.
